Microbiologists Salary in Tennessee
Ranked #20 of 42 · TN
10.3% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $87,520 ≈ $42/hr
Median annual salary $77,630
Employment 210
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $52,880P25 $64,940 Median $77,630P75 $99,350P90 $143,220
About 80% of microbiologistss in Tennessee earn between $52,880 and $143,220. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean microbiologists salary in Tennessee is $87,520, about 10.3% below the U.S. average ($97,600). That works out to roughly $42/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Tennessee
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $114,840 | $112,180 | 70 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN | $77,620 | $75,100 | 100 |